I have an (in) voice – Part 2 June 5, 2018 THE STORY SO FAR Mark is in a coffee shop outside Calgary where a trucker is on the phone with a company that’s late in paying. The man makes a…
SmartDrive names new v.p. of North American sales preview image Transportation SmartDrive names new v.p. of North American sales June 4, 2018 SAN DIEGO, Calif. — SmartDrive Systems today announced the appointment of John Krumheuer as vice-president of North American sales. A veteran sales leader with over 20 years’ experience…
Pilot programs aim to increase gateway efficiencies for truck drivers preview image Regulations Pilot programs aim to increase gateway efficiencies for truck drivers June 4, 2018 VANCOUVER, B.C. – A pair of pilot programs will move forward to help productivity outcomes for the drayage sector and improve gateway efficiency. Following collaboration between the Vancouver Fraser Port…
Where do leaders go for advice? June 4, 2018 Effective leadership in business, politics a family or in any situation or organization is critical to the success of that situation. I have seen and been involved in many situations…
Transportation CITT opens registration for annual conference June 4, 2018 TORONTO, Ont. — The Canada Logistics Conference, an event for supply chain professionals hosted by CITT, has opened its early bird registration and announced its full program this week. This…
Trucking for Kids coming this weekend preview image Transportation Trucking for Kids coming this weekend June 4, 2018 ILDERTON, Ont. – The third annual Trucking for Kids truck show is coming to the Ilderton Fairgrounds June 8-10. The trucks will begin rolling in June 8 at 3 p.m.
Accuride closes Mefro Wheels acquisition preview image Equipment Accuride closes Mefro Wheels acquisition June 4, 2018 EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Accuride has completed its previously announced acquisition of German steel wheel manufacturer, Mefro Wheels. “Acquiring Mefro Wheels transforms Accuride into a worldwide industry leader, strongly positioned to…
Michelin’s Movin’ On to return to Montreal next year preview image Sustainability Michelin’s Movin’ On to return to Montreal next year June 4, 2018 MONTREAL, Que. – Michelin has announced its Movin’ On conference on sustainable mobility will return to Montreal in 2019, from June 4-6. Movin’ On, says Michelin, has emerged as the…
Bison executive chairman completes term on CentrePort Canada board preview image Business Management Bison executive chairman completes term on CentrePort Canada board June 2, 2018 WINNIPEG, Man. – Don Streuber, executive chairman of Bison Transport, has reached the end of his term as past chair of the board for CentrePort Canada. Chris Lorenc, who served…
Regulations Back-pay for drivers upheld by B.C. court June 1, 2018 VANCOUVER, B.C. – The B.C. Court of Appeal ruled in favor of container truck drivers this week, dismissing the appeal of two trucking companies seeking to challenge the Container Trucking…
Health & Safety Much ado about something June 1, 2018 Pine Grove Rest Area safe for now, but lack of rest areas in Canada remains a concern
Transportation Fleet Safety Council announces date, details for 2018 conference June 1, 2018 MISSISSAUGA, Ont. — The Fleet Safety Council has revealed details for its upcoming Annual Educational Conference. The conference, scheduled for October 19, 2018 at the Centre for Health and Safety…
Health & Safety Total, Michelin team up for road safety initiative June 1, 2018 MONTREAL, Que. – Total and Michelin have announced the launch of a major road safety education program for 10- to 18-year-olds. They hope to reach 100,000 young people over a…
Oil’s well with CK-4 June 1, 2018 Transition has been "seamless" for fleets that have changed over to the new oil category
Transportation Ontario crash stats a disappointment June 1, 2018 A multi-faceted approach is needed to improve road safety
